CESAR CHAVEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL

Cesar Chavez Middle School is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Cesar Chavez Academy school district, located in DETROIT, MI with about 587 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Cesar Chavez Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cesar Chavez Middle School, located on Goldsmith Street in Detroit, Michigan, serves as a community-focused educational institution within the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Named in honor of the renowned labor leader and civil rights activist, the school reflects a commitment to social justice, community engagement, and academic development. It serves a diverse student population in the Southwest Detroit area, offering a middle school curriculum designed to prepare students for the transition to high school while fostering personal growth and civic responsibility.

The school is deeply embedded in its neighborhood, often acting as a hub for local families. Like many schools in the Detroit district, Cesar Chavez Middle School focuses on providing foundational instruction in core subjects such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies. By emphasizing the values associated with its namesake—such as perseverance, community service, and advocacy—the school strives to provide a supportive environment that encourages students to excel academically while developing the character necessary to become active and informed citizens in their broader community.

For more information, contact Cesar Chavez Middle School at (313) 842-0006 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.